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Dogs
# The Wirehaired Pointing Griffon: temperament, price, health, and breeders
France
A rustic, affectionate and tireless pointing dog, made for the outdoors.
Size MediumLife expectancy 10–14 yearsBudget ≈ €107/monthPuppy €700 – €900
[Find a breeder 16](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-wirehaired-pointing-griffon) [ Compare with other breeds](https://www.pedibase.com/en/compare-dog-breeds?races=wirehaired-pointing-griffon)
The right choice?
## Is this breed right for you?
[Find your ideal breed with our online quiz!](https://www.pedibase.com/en/choose-your-dog)
Families and children Very good
Daily exercise needs Very high
Apartment living Limited
First-time owners Good
Other pets Fair
Tolerance of being alone Fair
Guarding instinct Very good
Strengths and weaknesses
- Rustic: He tolerates cold, humidity and difficult terrain conditions well.
- Affectionate: He is close to his family and generally gentle in everyday life.
- Versatile outdoors: He is an excellent pointing dog, hardy and at ease on varied terrain.
- Not well suited to apartment living: His need for space and exercise makes indoor life restrictive for him.
- Training to be structured: His intelligence does not come with automatic obedience, which requires consistency.
- Variable compatibility with certain fellow dogs: A tendency toward dominance may appear, notably between males.
Who is it for?
Ideal for
- Active owners: It is suitable for available people who enjoy long outings and outdoor activities.
- House living with land: It thrives best when it can move freely between walks.
- Hunting dog enthusiasts: Its natural pointing abilities and hardiness make it an appreciated working partner.
Not recommended for
- Apartment living: The lack of space and sufficient daily exercise may frustrate him.
- Very sedentary owners: This breed needs real physical and mental activity every day.
- People looking for a very docile dog: He requires consistent training and a clear framework rather than immediate obedience.
Meet the breed
## What does it look like?
1,75 mHuman
55 cmWirehaired Pointing Griffon
- Height at the withers
- 50–60 cm
- Weight
- 20–30 kg
- Coat
- Medium-long, hard and coarse
- FCI group
- 7
- Origin
- France
- Grooming
- Moderate grooming needs
## Photos and videos
See the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon in photos and videos: coat colors, size, and distinctive expressions.
Origins
## Where does it come from?
The Griffon Korthals is an ancient breed of pointing dog whose similar types were already mentioned in Antiquity. Its modern development is however associated with the work of Eduard Karel Korthals in the 19th century, who established the breed through selection with the objective of obtaining a rustic, versatile and effective hunting dog. The FCI definitively recognized the Griffon Korthals in 1954, and France is linked to the origin of the breed in current canine references.
Appearance
## What does it look like?
The Griffon Korthals is a medium-sized dog, solid and vigorous, registered in a format a little longer than tall. Its long and expressive head is marked by bushy eyebrows, a moustache and a characteristic beard that give it a determined look. Its coat is harsh, coarse, neither curly nor woolly, with a fine and dense undercoat, with coats often steel grey marked with brown, brown roan, white and brown or white and orange.
Temperament
## Temperament and personality
Lively, gentle and affectionate, the Griffon Korthals is very attached to its owner and readily seeks to please him. It is an intelligent dog, with a true working temperament, a strong hunting instinct and a good sense of territory. At home, it is pleasant and close to its family, including with children, while keeping a sufficiently assertive character to require a consistent framework.
Affectionate Playful Sociable Protective
Living together
## Living with children and other pets
The Griffon Korthals needs movement, exploration and regular activities to stay balanced. It thrives clearly better in a house with a garden and long daily outings than in an apartment. An outdoor dog at heart, it likes wide open spaces, the countryside, the undergrowth and wet terrain, and can become noisy or frustrated if its need for exercise is not respected.
Training
## Training and socialization
Its training must be firm, consistent and fair, because the Griffon Korthals is intelligent but not always very obedient. Early socialization and regular learning help it to properly channel its energy, its hunting instinct and a possible tendency toward dominance over certain fellow dogs, especially between males. It responds better to an available, active and consistent owner than to harsh or irregular training.
Budget
## Price and budget for the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
The Griffon Korthals generally remains in an affordable price range for a medium-sized purebred dog, but the price depends heavily on the seriousness of the breeding kennel, the origins and the selection work carried out on the breeding dogs. A consistent price must come with health monitoring, compliant identification and good initial socialization.
[See cost breakdown](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/wirehaired-pointing-griffon/price)
Health
## Health at a glance
The Griffon Korthals is overall a hardy and solid dog, well equipped against cold and bad weather thanks to its robust build and protective coat. Like many medium-sized working breeds, it nevertheless remains important to monitor its locomotor system and to maintain good veterinary follow-up throughout life.
[Prevention and things to watch for](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/wirehaired-pointing-griffon/health)
Nutrition
## Feeding your pet well
The Griffon Korthals needs good-quality food, adapted to its medium size, its high activity level and its physiological condition. As an active pointing dog, it benefits from a stable, digestible ration that is sufficiently rich to support endurance without promoting unnecessary weight gain.
[Our feeding advice](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/wirehaired-pointing-griffon/food)
Did you know?
## Fun facts and popularity
The Griffon Korthals is also known under several similar names in the canine literature, but the name used here is Griffon Korthals. Its beard, moustache and abundant eyebrows make it one of the most recognizable pointing dogs. Its hardiness and versatility on varied terrain explain its lasting reputation among hunters.
FAQ
## Frequently asked questions about the Wirehaired Pointing Griffon
Answers to common questions from future owners before their new companion arrives.
### Can the Griffon Korthals live in an apartment?
No, it is not a breed well suited to apartment living. The Griffon Korthals needs space, long daily outings and an active lifestyle to stay balanced.
### Is the Griffon Korthals a good family dog?
Yes, it can be a pleasant family dog when it gets enough exercise and is well socialized. It is generally gentle and affectionate with its loved ones, including with children.
### Does the Griffon Korthals shed a lot?
Shedding is rather light and hair loss remains moderate for the breed, but regular coat maintenance is still necessary to preserve its protective function and good condition.
### Is the Griffon Korthals easy to train?
It is intelligent, but not among the most obedient dogs. Firm, consistent and early training gives good results, especially with an active and available owner.
## Find a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breeder
The areas where Pedibase lists the most Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breeders, along with their litters and typical prices.
[Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breeders in Occitanie5](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-wirehaired-pointing-griffon/occitanie) [Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breeders in Nouvelle-Aquitaine3](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-wirehaired-pointing-griffon/nouvelle-aquitaine)
### Wirehaired Pointing Griffon breeders by country
[16 breeders of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-wirehaired-pointing-griffon) [7 breeders of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon in Denmark](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-wirehaired-pointing-griffon/denmark) [3 breeders of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon in Italy](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-wirehaired-pointing-griffon/italy) [1 breeder of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon in Germany](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-wirehaired-pointing-griffon/germany)
[All breeders of Wirehaired Pointing Griffon in France](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-wirehaired-pointing-griffon)
## Ready to welcome a Wirehaired Pointing Griffon?
Find a registered, verified breeder near you and meet your future companion with confidence.
[View breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-wirehaired-pointing-griffon)
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